Aztec Eternals

The busy days are always fast, and it is the beginning of February in a blink of an eye. The ancient trees outside the Palace of Winds are sprouting fresh new shoots, welcoming the warmer and brighter sunshine. The north wind was blowing, and the city of Qincongcan was full of devout prayers. The people of the capital sang the glory of the Lord God, as if they were still in the New Year's ceremony.

During the New Year's Ceremony, all the generals gathered together, and most of the officers from various ministries were in the capital. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Xiulot summoned all the trusted generals one by one, consulted the suggestions of many generals, and drew on some historical experience. In the end, he sorted out a reform plan for the legion, summoned all the generals, and officially promulgated it in the kingdom!

The new regiment reform plan consists of two parts. One is to standardize the military system: establish accurate military positions and clarify the establishment of troops at all levels. The second, more striking, is the reorganization of the army: the reorganization of the Kingdom Legion and the determination of the positions of the generals.

Xiulot has been in contact with military affairs for many years, and has long thought about the military system of the alliance. This plan has actually been brewing in his mind for a long time. It's just that the reform of the legion is of great importance, and it should not be taken lightly. He waited until now, when the kingdom's political situation was probably initially determined, before he had a suitable opportunity to implement it.

The first part of the legion reform is to standardize the military system, which generally follows the "May 2nd" military establishment method.

First of all, "ten" is a number that can be counted with both hands. A group of 10 people is the smallest unit of the army, and a team leader is set up to manage it. Every ten people share a wheelbarrow for luggage. Two groups of 20 people form a small team with a captain. This is the customary number of the alliance's scouting team, often represented by four slaps. The team leader and squad leader are samurai from the second to fourth ranks, which belong to the lowest level of non-commissioned officers.

Then, five squadrons form a squadron of 100 people, with a centurion. The two squadrons form a brigade of 200 people, with two hundred leaders. 200 people are usually used as a standard tactical unit, which can effectively perform basic tactical tasks such as assault, harassment, encirclement, and occupation. Centurions and two hundred chiefs usually correspond to fourth-level senior warriors and military nobles, which are the backbone of the kingdom's legion and the middle-level officers of the army.

From the hundred-man squadron to the top, war priests and military medical officers are added at each level, and the positions are analogous to the adjutants at the same level. War priests are responsible for daily prayers, pre-war mobilization, and post-battle funerals. The responsibilities of military medical officers are daily military epidemic prevention, deployment of medicinal herbs, and post-war treatment of the wounded. Military medical officers are served by experienced warriors or priests who are proficient in herbs.

Further up, the five brigades are organized into a battalion of 1,000 people, and the battalion commander is the commander of the thousand. The Thousand Man Battalion is the standard unit for regional garrison. According to the tradition of the alliance, the battalion commander of the Thousand-Man Battalion corresponds to a senior military noble or a junior hereditary noble.

Each thousand-man battalion has different tendencies according to different equipment and soldiers, and can be roughly divided into two types: melee battalion and long-range battalion. Thousand-man battalions in close combat often use long spears or batons in the battle formation, and generally require shields and a certain proportion of battle axes. The long-range thousand-man battalion will be equipped with longbows, crossbows, or the more common throwing guns. Also belonging to the battalion-level organization, there is also an artillery battalion that has not yet formed.

In the end, 4-8 thousand-man battalions form a Kingdom Legion. The legion is the strategic unit of the kingdom, and the head of the legion is the real responsibility. Among them, the 4,000-member legion is called the small legion, and the 8,000-man Hikipilli is a full-stacked large legion. The head of the legion needs at least the title of hereditary nobleman, and is one of the most important figures in the kingdom's military affairs.

From groups of 10 people, squads of 20 people, squadrons of 100 people, brigades of 200 people, battalions of 1,000 people, to legions of 4,000-8,000 people, from newly added priests, military doctors, to the division of 1,000-man battalions, the new military system clarifies It breaks the traditional tribal organization and unifies the number of troops at all levels, which helps to increase the general's control over the army.

In fact, the new military system reform did not cause any controversy. When the king gave an order, all the generals bowed their heads and obeyed.

After standardizing the military system, the second part of the reform is the reorganization of the Kingdom Legion. The Mexica Legion, Tarasco's surrender army, and the tribal soldiers of various tribes must be dispersed and integrated, and unified under the same banner of the black wolf.

The organization and size of the legion will directly affect the power of the generals. Only by relying on the supreme prestige of the king and under the condition of the obedience of most warriors, can the armies be effectively reorganized. After the news of the legion's reorganization came out, it caused a game among the generals.

Shulot continued to meet with generals, summon cronies, and appease officers at all levels. It was not until late February that the king established a specific army organization.

Before the reorganization, the kingdom's military armament was as high as 60,000 to 70,000. Among them, there are more than 14,000 people in the Mexica Legion of the direct line, about 50,000 troops from Tarasco in the fields, and two to three thousand scattered soldiers from the Tekos and Chichimec tribes.

More than half of the legions of the Kingdom of Tarasco during the extreme mobilization were successively inherited by the feudal kingdoms in the lake. And for the total population of more than 600,000 in the three counties of the feudal country, this level of military-to-civilian ratio certainly cannot be maintained for a long time. Therefore, the reorganization of the legion this time is naturally a drawdown of the army.

The torches were swayed by the breeze, and the solemn hall was solemn, except for the rustling sound of armor. Xiulot sat high on the throne, and in front of him was a dark mass of generals, all of whom were silent.

"Wang Ling: Set up the King's Guard Corps, with a total of 6,000 people. Under its jurisdiction are 2,500 bronze armored troops, 1,500 crossbow guards, and 2,000 vanguard throwers. The leader of the legion is the honorable nobleman, the warrior leader of the holy eagle, and Bertard!"

Berthard, with a calm face, came forward and knelt down to worship. With a solemn expression, Xiulot gave him a scepter that symbolized the identity of the legion commander, and a brand-new commander's weapon, a Qin-style bronze sword.

"The imperial guards will hold high the royal banner of the black wolf. Hold my scepter and rule for me; hold my long sword and kill the enemy for me!"

"Your Highness, I am willing to die for you."

Bertard bowed his head. There is great power in his short words.

"Bothard, my warrior commander, you will lead the Bronze Armored Army and accompany me day and night. My safety is entrusted to you!"

"Your Highness, I will definitely die before you."

The samurai commander stated affirmatively.

Shulot nodded slightly, and shook the samurai's long hair.

Three months ago, the Imperial Guard Corps began to recruit elites from various ministries, and it had already been formed at this time. The 6,000 men in the legion will all be out of production. These elite warriors will maintain high-intensity daily training, accept the religious baptism of the priests, and be always ready for the holy war.

The core bronze armored army has 2,500 people, including 500 jaguar fighters in heavy armor and 2,000 longbow guards in medium armor. The bronze armored army will always be by the king's side, protecting the king's safety. Under the protection of the new type of bronze armor, the combat power of this elite pro-army will surpass any guard in the world, enough to deal with a sudden attack of tens of thousands of people.

"Fifty years of life, like a dream or an illusion, as a king, how important it is to do a good job of guarding!"

A distant thought flashed through the king's mind. After a slight pause, he continued to solemnly promulgate the decree.

"Imperial Guard Legion, 1,500 crossbow guards, led by the hereditary nobleman, Eagle Warrior Barda!"

Barda has returned from the capital. Hearing Wang Ling, he bowed his head and stepped forward with a respectful expression, kneeling on one knee to salute. As the envoy of the kingdom in the lake, he has an obsidian necklace bestowed by King Avit on his neck, which is shining in the firelight.

The Crossbow Guard is a temple guard that uses a crossbow. It belongs to a devout religious regiment and is capable of both long-range and melee combat. This elite battalion of crossbowmen was originally led by veteran Etalik. It's just that Etalik has already gone to the southern Zicao County to sit in town, so Shulot let Barda take over this elite guard.

Balda has been following the king for a long time. He has never shown outstanding military talent, and he is no more than an ordinary warrior in terms of martial arts. It's just that he kept his own place and had extremely profound qualifications, but he managed to stand out and occupy a place among the generals. The rank of the imperial guards is half a level higher than that of ordinary legions. With his experience and qualifications, he is enough to command a small legion of 4,000 people.

"Pioneer throws 2,000 people, led by hereditary nobles, Black Wolf Toltek!"

Hearing the Wang order, the black wolf Toltek went up to the hall with a muffled voice, and bowed his head to accept the order.

The Pioneer Throwing Battalion are actually tribulus-throwing tribal warriors, drawn from Tekos and Chichimec tribesmen. These barbarian warriors wear light armor and hold short spears. They are swift and agile, and they are not afraid of death. They can run swiftly across the battlefield, throwing exploding pottery caltrops and javelins with bronze spearheads. According to the characteristics of the troops, they will be used for constantly moving raids, or for sieges with huge casualties.

Toltek is brave, heroic and courageous, and he is the best candidate to command this barbarian army. But for this position, Hei Lang himself was not satisfied. He made illustrious military exploits in the Western Expedition, enough to command an army.

After thinking about it for a long time, Xiulot decided to polish his favorite general's temper and improve his ability before making a big use of it. The king then arranged Toltek in the imperial guards, and told the black wolf to be patient and follow Bertard to learn the strategy of commanding troops.

"Wang Ling: Set up the Gyeonggi Legion, with a total of 8,000 people. Under its jurisdiction are 3,000 Mexica warriors, 2,000 sky warriors, 2,000 Qin Congcan warriors, and 1,000 Chinganbat warrior battalion. The leader of the legion is a nobleman of honor and a Holy City warrior. Long, Olosh!"

Oluosh looked solemn and resolute, and bowed down to the ground in awe. Shulot also gave a scepter and a bronze sword.

"The Gyeonggi Legion will hold high the flag of the Condor Legion. Olosh, the core of the hinterland of Fengguo, and the capital of Qincongcan, I will leave it to you!"

"Your Highness, if I'm here for a day, I will definitely look after my hometown in the capital!"

Olosh clenched his fist in his chest and patted his chest hard. Seeing this familiar movement, Shulot smiled.

"Mr. Olosh, I am always at ease when you come to do things. You will personally lead the Mexica warriors, and all the Holy City warriors will be included in it. I will set aside enough bows and arrows. Train the warriors well and let them They all master basic archery skills, reducing casualties in wartime. Teacher, I can only feel at ease if the capital is handed over to you!"

The king smiled and whispered a few words before solemnly ordering again.

"2,000 sky warriors, led by the hereditary nobleman, the owner of the sky, Orta! 2,000 Qincongcan warriors, led by the hereditary nobleman, the owner of the Huitu family, Puap! 1,000 people in the Chinganbat warrior battalion, led by military nobles, industrial and mining Director, Commander Nekari!"

The three of them stepped forward to take orders at the same time. Horta looked respectful, and Puap was beaming. Nekali suppressed the excitement in his heart, glanced at the king above him, and then at the generals around him. After more than ten years in the army, he finally became a senior general.

"I finally boarded the hall, although as the head of the miners"

Nekari's heart was churning, and he saluted solemnly.

"Your Highness, I am willing to serve your wings and live for your will!"

"Very good! With a baton in hand, fight for me and serve the alliance. The light of the Lord God will shine on you!"

Shulot shook the hair of the three in turn, and gave a few words of encouragement seriously.

In the Gyeonggi Legion, the Mexica warriors and the Prepecha warriors each accounted for half. The Prepecha warriors were all selected from the surrendered army and divided into Horta and Puapu. Among them, the sky samurai is from the Chapala Lake area, and the Qincongcan samurai is from the surrounding capital, and the two are not familiar with each other. The design and arrangement of this kind of legion itself contains some checks and balances.

"Wang Ling: Set up the Kingdom's No. 1 Long Spear Legion, with a total of 8,000 members. Under its jurisdiction are 6,000 spear warriors and 2,000 militia archers. The head of the legion is a hereditary nobleman, Kuluka! The flag is spears and crocodiles!"

In the Mexica calendar, days 1 to 20 are represented by different symbols, the symbol of one is the crocodile, and the symbol of the second is the wind.

The monkey Kuluka's eyes are bright, but his expression remains calm. He carefully took the scepter and long sword of the legion commander, and bowed to the ground again.

"Your Highness, I will die for you."

Xiulot nodded with a smile, and shook the monkey's hair.

"Monkey, the 1st Lance Corps is fully staffed. You and I will go to Hekou County in the north, and then station there to guard against the dogs in the north and Lake Chapala in the west."

"Your Highness, I will guard the north!"

"Not only must we guard well, but we must also take the initiative to attack and plunder the population. Well, I will talk to you in detail on the way to the north."

"Follow your will!"

Xiulot smiled with satisfaction and patted the other person on the shoulder.

The predecessor of the First Pike Corps was the Mexica Pike Corps, which was actually composed of elite militiamen promoted to warriors. During the Western Expedition, the Pike Corps died a lot, so they added two Prepecha archer battalions. These militia archers have been selected, proficient in archery and good morale. They hold long wooden bows or long bamboo bows, move flexibly, and can form an effective complement to the spear phalanx.

The 1st Pike Corps will sit in the north. The monkey Kuluka served as the head of the regiment, and was also in charge of local military and political affairs.

"Wang Ling: Establish the Kingdom's Second Long Spear Corps, with a total of 8,000 members. Under its jurisdiction are 6,000 elite spear militiamen and 2,000 militia archers. The head of the legion is a hereditary nobleman, Ezpan! The flag is the spear and the wind!"

With joy in his eyes, Ezpan stepped forward with a respectful expression. He took the scepter and long sword of the head of the legion, looked at it with radiant eyes, and immediately prostrated himself on the ground, paying homage.

"Your Highness, you are my only sun, the light that controls my life!"

Shulot laughed. He ordered loudly.

"Ezpan, the Second Long Spear Corps is mainly composed of militiamen, and they all come from the surrendered army from the Western Expedition. You must step up your drills and reorganize well! The teaching of the priests is the most important thing, and the fields of the legion will also be assigned. Your station is in the south of Lake Patzcuaro, so keep an eye on your surroundings!"

"Your Highness, follow your will! The Second Long Spear Corps has been selected. Their loyalty to you will be as indestructible as mine. I will pay attention to the south!"

Ezpan kept answering on the ground, respectfully without raising his head. He didn't walk away until the conversation was over. Seeing the scepter in Ezpan's hand, all the generals were jealous. The head-raised Hei Lang curled his lips, and simply looked up.

The Second Long Spear Corps were all selected from the surrendered troops in Tuntian. Due to the heavy financial pressure of the kingdom, neither of the two spear corps could be completely out of production. They own farmland in the station, cultivate it when the farming is busy, accumulate food for the expedition, and train during the slack time to prepare for the war.

Shulot held the scepter and looked around. All the generals bowed their heads one after another. After a while, the king tapped the stone floor with the end of his scepter. A crisp ding dong sounded, announcing the end of the military discussion.

"Return to the battalion, strengthen training, and prepare the army for war!"

"Follow your will!"

Soon, the generals dispersed, leaving only the king in armor, thinking alone in the hall.

After the kingdom's army was reorganized, there were a total of four field legions, including the Imperial Guard, the Gyeonggi, the First Long Spear, and the Second Long Spear, with a total of 30,000 soldiers. Among them were 14,000 Mexica warriors, 14,000 Prepecha warriors, and 2,000 tribal warriors.

The troop design of this proportion is also based on some kind of balanced consideration. With the return and attachment of the people of the feudal country, the number of local soldiers in the lake area will gradually increase, and will eventually far exceed the limited number of Mexica warriors.

In total, this reorganization removed 35,000 Tarasco descendants from the marching army to ease the financial pressure on the Lake District.

Among them, the 30,000 Tuntian Army will arrange relative marriages, which will take several years to digest. These trained young adults will be integrated into normal Mintun villages and serve as professional logistics corps in large-scale wars. The other 5,000 miners will be replaced by imported slaves in turn, and gradually become the garrison troops in the southwest mining area. In addition to the four legions in the field, villages, towns and villages in various places will distribute weapons and form militias according to a certain proportion of the population.

Thinking of this, Xiulot raised his head and looked towards the distant sky.

"A population of more than 600,000, maintaining a huge army of 30,000 capable of fighting in the field. Even with the huge profits of copper and glass, and the food in the military and civilian settlements, it is still difficult to last long. Haha, it is imperative to go to war with such a militarism. !"

The king's laughter dissipated in the long wind, and soon disappeared without a sound. The fire swayed and flickered, containing a burning will, sinking deep into the night.

A few days later, February is coming to an end, with a bit of warmth in the north wind. The Imperial Guard Corps and the First Spear Corps set off from the capital at the same time and headed for Hekou County. The king's flag of the black wolf fluttered high, and more than 10,000 samurai armored leaves clanged. The army marched mightily all the way, against the long wind from the plateau, marching grandly to the north.

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